13 Acupressure Points That Can Boost Metabolism And Increase Weight Loss

10Ankle pressure point

Massage both the inside and outside of your ankle for 2 minutes. This improves the function of the spleen and strengthens the digestive system. The point is located 2 inches above your ankle.

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11Upper lip acupressure point

This pressure point is just above your lip and is good to focus on when you are giving yourself a face massage. It controls food cravings and is good for stress. Keep the pressure applied for 5 minutes.

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12Hand

In the V region between the thumb and forefinger is the pressure point that corresponds to your large intestine and which manages weight gain and promotes weight loss. It also clears the digestive tract. Massage this for 2 minutes daily.

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13Feet

The pressure point on your feet increases metabolism and general health. There are quite a number of meridians on the feet corresponding to the kidneys, intestines, stomach, brain and uterus. Apply pressure here in the dorsum of the foot in the depression junctions of the 1^st and 2^nd metatarsal bones or between the big and second toe.

Acupressure for weight loss yields many additional benefits. For your feet, what you can also do is to purchase an acupressure board which is quite cheap and works wonders especially when you are suffering from low back pain. With a board you need to do a stationary march for 5 minutes daily on an empty stomach.

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